The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo to Milan
Cheapest price
€119
Average price
€168
Fastest journey
15 h 13 m
Average duration
16 h 18 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
887 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palermo to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Milan will cost around €168 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €119.
Of the 10 trains that leave Palermo for Milan on Thu, Apr 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 09 the direct trains cover the 887 km distance in an average of 16 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 h 13 m .
On Thu, Apr 09 the slowest trains will take 17 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
InterCityNotte 196412:55 PM21h15Palermo Centrale10:10 AMMilan Centrale€1191One-way0 transfers
Intercity 730+
InterCityNotte 79810:15 AM20h40Palermo Centrale6:55 AMMilan Porta Garibaldi€1281One-way1 transfer
InterCityNotte 1958+
Intercity 5908:25 PM23h00Palermo Centrale7:25 PMMilan Centrale€1651One-way1 transfer
InterCityNotte 1964+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 950412:55 PM19h55Palermo Centrale8:50 AMMilan Centrale€1721One-way1 transfer
Intercity 736+
99947:02 AM15h13Palermo Centrale10:15 PMMilan Centrale€1731One-way1 transfer
Intercity 736+
99947:02 AM15h13Palermo Centrale10:15 PMMilan Centrale€1731One-way1 transfer
InterCityNotte 1954+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 96126:46 PM16h12Palermo Centrale10:58 AMMilan Centrale€2001One-way1 transfer
Intercity 736+
99967:02 AM16h13Palermo Centrale11:15 PMMilan Centrale€1731One-way1 transfer
InterCityNotte 1958+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 96228:25 PM16h33Palermo Centrale12:58 PMMilan Centrale€1931One-way1 transfer
Intercity 736+
99627:02 AM17h18Palermo Centrale12:20 AMMilan Centrale€1731One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Palermo to Milan
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €60, and a train costs an average of €60.
Distance: 887 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Ferry |
|---|---|---|---|
€129 Average price | €115 Average price | €104 Average price | €72 Average price Cheapest |
15h 43m Average total duration 15h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 46m Average total duration 19h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 18m Average total duration 20h 18m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Palermo to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Milan trains for today, Wednesday, April 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:55 AM Palermo | 21h15 | 9:10 AM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:58 AM Palermo | 22h24 | 10:22 AM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:25 PM Palermo | 24h23 | 7:48 PM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Intercity Notte?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Intercity Notte, but also compare tickets for the likes of Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo or Frecciargento to find the best option for your trip from Palermo to Milan.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palermo to Milan
Trains from Palermo to Milan run on average 7 times per day, taking around 15h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €60 but you can travel from only €17 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 887 km distance in 13h 55m.
Distance 887 km |
Average train duration 15h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €60 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 13h 55m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 10:45 PM |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento from Palermo to Milan trainsIntercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento trains will get you between Palermo and Milan from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Palermo to Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Milan by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Palermo to Milan
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Caffeteria Panni Caldi
- Princi
- Burgez
- Bricco Café
- U! Come tu mi vuoi
- Autogrill
- Culto
- Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
- Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova
- AC Hotel by Marriott Milano
- Tocq Hotel
- Metro lines: M2, M5
- Bus lines: 43, 56, 70, 94
- Train lines: R21, R31, S1, S11, S2, S5, S7, S8
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Via G Battista Cassinis.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro
- Osteria La Piola
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Starhotels Business Palace
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Brenta Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and high-speed services
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